Chiosco | Casual Section Waiter

SECTION WAITER | CHIOSCO BY ORMEGGIO

Waterfront dining. Genuine Italian hospitality. A team that loves what they do.

Perched on the waterfront at The Spit, Mosman, Chiosco by Ormeggio is a lively Italian trattoria where fresh seafood, house-made pasta and warm, relaxed hospitality come together in one of Sydney’s most beautiful dining locations.

Part of the Maestro Hospitality family and backed by the acclaimed Two-Hatted team behind Ormeggio at The Spit, Chiosco is all about great food, great people and creating the kind of dining experience guests want to return to again and again.

We’re looking for an experienced Section Waiter who loves hospitality, thrives during a busy service and takes pride in looking after their guests from the moment they sit down to the moment they leave.

If you’re confident running your own section, passionate about food and wine, and looking for a venue where you can continue to grow, we’d love to meet you.

The Role

As a Section Waiter, you’ll take ownership of your section and play an important role in delivering the warm, energetic and professional service Chiosco is known for.

You’ll build genuine connections with guests, confidently guide them through the menu, make thoughtful food and wine recommendations and work closely with the wider floor and kitchen teams to create seamless services.

This is a casual position offering approximately 25–35 hours per week, with the opportunity for additional hours as we move into our busier trading periods.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 1 year of experience managing your own section in a busy restaurant environment
• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
• Strong food and wine knowledge, with confidence making recommendations
• Experience with Italian food and wine highly regarded
• Confidence carrying three plates and working efficiently during busy services
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, energetic and team-focused approach
• Current NSW RSA Certificate
• Full Australian working rights
• Flexibility to work across weekdays, evenings and weekends
• SevenRooms experience advantageous, but not essential

What You’ll Be Doing

• Confidently manage your own section from guest arrival through to departure
• Provide warm, knowledgeable and attentive table service
• Take food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently
• Guide guests through our Italian menu and wine offering
• Recommend food and wine pairings based on guest preferences
• Maintain strong communication with the kitchen, bar and wider floor team
• Set, clear and reset tables efficiently throughout service
• Prepare and serve coffee to venue standards
• Anticipate guest needs and help create memorable dining experiences
• Support your teammates to ensure every service runs smoothly

Why Join Chiosco?

You’ll be joining a venue that combines the professionalism and standards of an acclaimed restaurant group with the warmth and personality of a neighbourhood Italian trattoria.

We offer:

• Approximately 25–35 hours per week and more as the silly season approaches
• Competitive casual rates plus applicable penalty rates and superannuation
• Share of team tips
• Daily staff meals
• Uniform provided
• Staff food and beverage discounts across Maestro Hospitality venues
• Ongoing food, wine and service training
• Genuine opportunities for career progression across the Maestro Hospitality group
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including confidential wellbeing, counselling and mental health support for you and your immediate family
• The opportunity to work in one of Sydney’s most spectacular waterfront locations
• A supportive team that takes hospitality seriously without losing the fun of service

Your Next Move

If you love the energy of a busy restaurant, enjoy building genuine connections with guests and want to continue developing your hospitality career within a respected Italian restaurant group, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a short introduction to careers@maestrohospitality.au and come join the Chiosco famiglia.